International Development Studies
Human society is globalizing ever more rapidly. At the same time, many international problems have arisen, notably global climate change, international conflicts and economic inequality. It is widely recognized that these difficult international problems cannot be solved without cooperation and coordination among nations. Given this state of affairs, we are working to analyze scientifically how these problems could be properly framed and solved via economics, management and experimental methods. Our analysis should apply not only to Japan but also to other countries, especially developing nations, where many problems are more serious than in industrialized countries. The comparison of scenarios in Japan and other nations should lead to the clarification of what types of cooperation and policies are essential for the solution of current pressing international problems.

Current reseach topics

Educational background

2005: Doctor, Cornell University

Professional background

2012-2014: Professor, International University of Japan
2009-2012: Associate Professor, International University of Japan
2008-2009: Assistant Professor, International University of Japan
2006-2007: JSPS research fellow, Yokohama National University
2005-2006: COE research fellow, Yokohama National University

Authors: Makoto Kakinaka, KOJI KOTANI
Title: An interplay between intrinsic and extrinsic motivations on voluntary contributions to a public good in a large economy
Journal: Public Choice, Vol. 147, No. 1-2, pp. 29-41
Year: 2011